Senior Accountant

Accountabilities

• Oversight of accounting activities, financial reporting processes, and government contract accounting requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and internal controls.
• Supporting accurate financial operations, billing processes, audits, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Preparation and review of monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial adjustments.
• Maintenance of the general ledger and accuracy of accounting transactions.
• Analysis of financial results, investigation of variances, and provision of insights to support decision-making.
• Supporting annual financial statement audits, government audits, and compliance reviews.
• Ensuring accounting practices align with GAAP, FAR, DCAA guidelines, and Cost Accounting Standards when applicable.
• Monitoring government contract funding, indirect rates, project costs, labor distributions, and cost allocations.
• Aid in incurred cost submissions, provisional billing rates, and indirect rate calculations.
• Preparation and submission of accurate invoices for government contracts, including cost-reimbursable, time and materials, and firm fixed-price agreements.
• Review of contract requirements to ensure billing compliance and proper revenue recognition.
• Processing government billing submissions through applicable federal invoicing systems.
• Reconciliation of billed revenue with the general ledger and monitoring of accounts receivable activity.
• Resolution of billing discrepancies in partnership with project teams and contract stakeholders.
• Maintenance of audit documentation and strengthening of internal accounting controls.
• Identification and implementation of process improvements to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaboration with Contracts, Program Management, Human Resources, and Finance teams on accounting matters.
• Financial guidance to project managers regarding funding, labor charging, and billing requirements.
• Mentoring junior accounting team members and supporting knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Experienced accounting professional with strong knowledge of government contracting requirements, financial reporting, and compliance processes.
• Analytical ability, attention to detail, and confidence managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years supporting government contracting environments.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, FAR, DCAA compliance, and government accounting practices.
• Experience with government contract billing, including Time & Materials (T&M), Cost Plus, and Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contracts.
• Experience with contract accounting, revenue recognition, and financial reporting processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and advanced formulas.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy.
• Experience with indirect rate calculations and provisional billing rates preferred.
• Familiarity with WAWF, IPP, PIEE, or other federal invoicing systems preferred.
• Experience supporting DCAA audits and contractor business system reviews preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 days during the first year and 20 days annually after one year of service.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• 10 company-paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance programs.
• Voluntary benefit programs.
• Corporate discounts.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive environment focused on employee success and continuous improvement.
• Remote work flexibility.